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Menopause

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Menopause marks the natural end of a woman’s reproductive years, typically occurring between ages 45 and 55. It’s diagnosed after 12 consecutive months without a period. Menopause is not a disease but a life transition often accompanied by uncomfortable physical and emotional symptoms.

Irregular or missed periods
Hot flashes and night sweats
Mood swings or irritability
Sleep disturbances
Vaginal dryness or discomfort during sex
Decreased libido
Trouble concentrating or memory changes

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
Non-hormonal medications for hot flashes or mood symptoms
Vaginal estrogen creams for dryness
Lifestyle adjustments: cooling strategies, balanced diet, regular exercise
Mental health support if needed

Natural decline in estrogen and progesterone production
Surgical removal of ovaries (induced menopause)
Chemotherapy or radiation therapy
Primary ovarian insufficiency (in younger women)

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Symptoms

Irregular or missed periods
Hot flashes and night sweats
Mood swings or irritability
Sleep disturbances
Vaginal dryness or discomfort during sex
Decreased libido
Trouble concentrating or memory changes

Causes

Natural decline in estrogen and progesterone production
Surgical removal of ovaries (induced menopause)
Chemotherapy or radiation therapy
Primary ovarian insufficiency (in younger women)

Treatments

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
Non-hormonal medications for hot flashes or mood symptoms
Vaginal estrogen creams for dryness
Lifestyle adjustments: cooling strategies, balanced diet, regular exercise
Mental health support if needed

Specialties That Treat This Condition

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Endocrinology

Uro-Gynecology

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